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'Who pays the tariffs?' Furious constituents grill GOP House member, causing him to leave
MSNBC· 2025-08-29 12:03
We'll start with some politics in America and Republican Congressman and US C Senate candidate Barry Moore of Alabama becoming the latest lawmaker to be confronted by furious constituents at a town hall. Moore held an event in Daphne, Alabama last night that quickly went off the rails forcing him to leave in the middle of taking questions. The first question that we have is from Katherine Quinnley from Farho.They want to know who pays the tariff. Is it consumers or a true the exporting country. So right now ...
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BSCN· 2025-08-29 04:30
PHILIPPINES MAY PUT ENTIRE GOVERNMENT BUDGET ON BLOCKCHAIN- Philippine Senator Bam Aquino will file a bill to put the country’s government budget on blockchain.- He announced the plan at the Manila Tech Summit 2025, arguing that blockchain-based budgeting could make every peso trackable and transparent to citizens.- Aquino said the measure aims to log transactions on-chain for accountability. If passed, the Philippines could become the first nation to publish its budget on blockchain.- The proposal comes we ...
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Polygon· 2025-08-28 14:34
Sen. @bamaquino of the Philippines calls for the national budget to be stored on Polygon.More transparency, more accountability 🇵🇭https://t.co/uMIaUgsZa6BYC (BayaniChain Ventures) (@BayaniChain):You can cook the books, but not the chain.Sen. @bamaquino is calling for the national budget to be recorded on blockchain where every peso spent is traceable and every project has a digital receipt.In a country where ghost projects and missing funds make headlines, this https://t.co/apYgCzIr0L ...
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Polkadot· 2025-08-21 17:27
Core Argument - DAOs offer transparent accountability, fairness, and efficiency compared to traditional HOAs [1] - DAOs can reduce drama and backroom deals in community governance [1] - DAOs promote more on-chain decision-making [1] Benefits of DAO Implementation - Increased transparency in HOA operations [1] - More inclusive and fair decision-making processes [1] - Improved efficiency in HOA management [1]
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Token Terminal 📊· 2025-08-17 17:43
RT signüll (@signulll)the reason why people abandon so many “almost done” things is because the last 20% of anything is friction, detail, & accountability.that last 20% of the work doesn’t feel like 20% at all, it feels like the whole damn thing & then some.this is especially true in an ai era where you can go from zero to something so quickly. ...
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Anthony Pompliano 🌪· 2025-08-15 13:18
If you ever questioned the power of retail investors, we just saw them hold a multi-billion dollar company accountable.They even got the CEO to step down.The world has changed and we are never going back. ...
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The Economist· 2025-08-13 11:40
It is hard to see how Israel’s government or armed forces will be held accountable for the country’s actions in Gaza in the short term, unless Donald Trump changes his position https://t.co/QKhJO7D3cK ...
A Pawn's Journey to Success | Medha Ramaswamy | TEDxMaumeeValleyCountryDaySchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-11 15:18
Leadership & Strategy - The presentation uses the metaphor of chess pawns to illustrate leadership principles, emphasizing that even seemingly weak individuals can become powerful leaders [1][2] - A good leader anticipates future moves and plans ahead, similar to a chess player thinking several moves in advance [8] - Effective leadership involves asking important questions to establish a clear vision and direction [9] - Leaders should take accountability for their actions, fostering trust within the team [11] - Good leaders lead by example, demonstrating how tasks should be done and standing firm in the face of conflict [13] Chess Champions Organization - Chess Champions is a charitable organization founded in 2024 that teaches, learns, and inspires through chess [3] - The organization welcomes individuals of all skill levels, providing tailored experiences for advanced, intermediate, and beginner players [4] - Chess Champions fosters community engagement by providing opportunities for children, families, and senior citizens to connect through chess [5] - The organization started with a trial program at a local library with 20 attendees and has grown to a weekly program with nearly 30 attendees and 150 people overall [6][7] TECH Framework for Leadership - The TECH framework (Charge, Honesty, Elevate, Constructive Criticism, Kudos) provides a practical guide for implementing leadership qualities in daily life [14] - "Charge" emphasizes empowering individuals to take responsibility and autonomy in their roles [15][16] - "Honesty" involves being transparent about vision and expectations to create a strong foundation for teamwork [18] - "Elevate" focuses on treating others with respect to foster a positive work environment [19][20] - "Constructive Criticism" encourages providing feedback that promotes development, while "Kudos" highlights the importance of celebrating accomplishments to boost employee happiness and performance [21][22][23]
'Depraved': Michelle Goldberg slams Trump's handling of Epstein scandal
MSNBC· 2025-08-09 01:15
Legal & Political Analysis - The Justice Department's handling of the Epstein case is viewed as flawed, with concerns about prioritizing political considerations over justice for victims [1][4][7][11] - The focus has shifted from a potential political conspiracy to a human problem centered on justice and accountability for the victims [11][12][13] - The administration's actions, including the handling of documents and Maxwell's prison placement, raise questions about their motives and credibility [8][10][11] Victims & Advocacy - Victims' voices are becoming central to the conversation, influencing public perception and potentially pressuring the DOJ to release documents [5][6][14] - The Juay family's public statements and Representative Presley's call for a House oversight hearing highlight the need to center survivors and hold abusers accountable [5][6] - There is concern that the DOJ has not adequately considered the victims' needs and experiences in its handling of the case [4][14][16] Potential Outcomes & Strategies - The DOJ's strategy appears to be to delay and hope the issue fades from the news cycle, but this may not be effective due to ongoing public interest and advocacy [3][15][16] - The possibility of a House hearing with victims could be beneficial if they are willing to participate, but the DOJ may resist such a hearing [15] - Releasing the documents could be influenced by the increasing pressure from victims' advocates, but the DOJ's past actions suggest they may not prioritize this [14]
'Going to be devastating': Laid off Dept. of Education worker speaks out on mass layoffs
MSNBC· 2025-08-01 16:36
Layoffs and Impact - The Department of Education laid off over 1,300 employees, approximately half of its workforce [1] - Delays are expected in the Department's work, particularly in federal student aid and K12 funding [5] - Concerns exist regarding the accuracy and availability of data, potentially impacting reports to Congress [6] - The layoffs may hinder the department's ability to meet congressional deadlines [5] Data Governance and Accountability - The laid-off employees were responsible for ensuring data quality and governance, crucial for responsible use of public funds [4] - The layoffs could compromise the department's ability to build evidence and demonstrate good stewardship as required by the Evidence Act of 2018 [11] - Accountability for taxpayer-funded money allocated to school districts is now in question [10][12] Government Spending and Efficiency - The Trump administration's deferred resignation program is reportedly paying over 154,000 federal employees not to work [7] - The layoffs are viewed as a waste of time and money, hindering good governance and the ability to serve the public [8][9]